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Troubleshooting Distributed System - HDCP Issue
When it comes to diagnosing an Audio Video distribution system, keep in mind that there are mul
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tiple ways to use the Fox & Hound to track down a problem. Refer to the image below for steps 1
through 13 where we will cover one of the processes you can use to troubleshoot a simple distrib
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uted system with an HDCP compatibility issue.
NOTE: Notice the green and purple boxes in this troubleshooting diagram below. The purple box
indicate where to put the analyzer. The green boxes indicate where to put the generator.
1.
Connect the generator to an input on the AVR in place of the source.
2.
Set the generator to output a 1080P signal by pressing the 1080P button and selecting the first
option.
NOTE: We are using a 1080P signal to start as most equipment today will be capable of handling
this format. If you are testing an older system that is less capable, adjust your generator accord
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ingly. If 1080P does not pass, lower the resolution until you see the test pattern on the sink (TV/
Projector).
3.
Press the HDCP button on the generator and select HDCP OFF to start.
4.
If you see the image (no snow), press the HDCP button on the generator and select HDCP1.4.
